Last Wednesday, senior linebacker Anthony Kelly returned to practice with the hope of being academically cleared so he would be eligible for game action. That hope turned into reality on Monday when the senior linebacker was advised that he had finally cleared that final hurdle.

"I am good to go," Kelly said. "I am glad that I can finally get out here with the boys. I am glad to feel like a part of the team again. It is better than sitting at home and watching television. As much as people hate to practice - I am happy to be out here."

With starting weakside linebacker Geno Hayes' status unclear as of Monday, Kelly's return may be coming at the perfect time.